First World War commemorative events receive council funding

Thousands of pounds have been allocated to fund First World War commemorations in the Leeds City Council area.

The council's executive board has approved funding of £1000 per ward in the form of an additional MICE allocation - money which is given out by local councillors.

This week Adel and Wharfedale councillor Barry Anderson invited applications for a share of the funding, from Adel, Cookridge, Holt Park, Bramhope, Pool or Arthington

He said: "If you would like a small amount from this allocation please let me know and I will check with my two Ward colleagues as to whether they are happy to fund it from the money we have been allocated."